Sherry-Lee Watson was born in 1998 or 1999,[1] and grew up in Alice Springs, Northern Territory.
[3][2] She moved out home at the age of 14 to study and pursue a career in arts and acting.
[2] In November 2021, Watson was cast in Netflix comedy drama Heartbreak High as Missy.
[5] She appeared alongside Heartbreak High co-star Will McDonald, who she recommended for the role.
[6] In June 2024, Watson won the inaugural Pedestrian Television Screen Star Of The Year Award, for her performance in Heartbreak High.